📍 Where this dish comes from: Tel Aviv, Israel · Neve Tzedek
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This salad leans into Sephardic and Mediterranean flavor, pairing anise-forward fennel with citrus and fresh mint for something genuinely different from the Ashkenazi-heavy recipes elsewhere in this chapter.
What You’ll Need
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
- 1 large fennel bulb very thinly shaved
- 1 orange segmented
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh mint chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine shaved fennel and orange segments in a bowl.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
- Toss gently to combine.
- Scatter fresh mint over top, season with salt and pepper, and serve.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 120kcal | Protein: 1g | Fat: 9g | Fiber: 3g
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Health Benefits
- Fennel provides fiber and vitamin C along with its distinctive anise flavor.
- Citrus contributes vitamin C and a bright, natural sweetness.
- A naturally light, refreshing salad that works well alongside a richer main course.

